No. 1453 · Espresso · Whole Bean

★★★★★ 5.0 (43 reviews)

Espresso Blend No. 1453

100% Arabica whole bean · Medium-dark roast · Built for machines

^$16.99 whole bean Free shipping over $45

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100% ArabicaTraceable origin

Ships in 2 daysFrom Virginia

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Product Details

Medium-dark roast, 100% Arabica, built for espresso machines and moka pots. Ships as whole bean — add a grind request above for +$2.

Format: Whole bean (ground to espresso spec available for +$2)
Roast: Medium-Dark
Bean: 100% Arabica
Flavor notes: Dark chocolate, rich crema, sweet finish
Best for: Espresso machine, moka pot
Dose: 18–20g for a double shot
Handcrafted in: Manassas, Virginia

How to Brew

Grind fresh just before pulling your shot. Target 25–30 seconds for a double at 9 bar. The sign of a good shot: honey-like stream, persistent crema, sweet balanced taste.

Shipping & Returns

Orders ship within 2 business days via USPS Priority or UPS Ground. Free shipping on orders over $45. If your order arrives damaged or isn't right, contact us within 7 days — we'll make it right.

Built for the shot. Named for 1453.

Espresso Blend No. 1453 is named for the year the Ottoman Empire claimed Constantinople — the moment that defined Turkish coffee culture on the world stage. This blend is built specifically for espresso machines and moka pots.

100% Arabica, medium-dark roast, dialed for clean extraction, lasting crema, and a sweet finish with no bitterness. Ships as whole bean. Order ground and we grind to espresso spec before shipping.

Dark ChocolateRich CremaSweet FinishMedium-DarkLow Bitterness

Format	Whole bean (ground +$2 on request)
Roast	Medium-Dark
Bean	100% Arabica
Grind	Whole Bean — or ground to espresso spec (+$2)
Flavor Notes	Dark chocolate, rich crema, sweet finish
Best For	Espresso machine, moka pot
Handcrafted In	Virginia, USA

Grind Fresh

Grind whole bean just before pulling your shot. Use an espresso-specific grinder set to fine — 18–20g for a double shot. If you ordered pre-ground, skip this step.

Dose & Tamp

Distribute evenly in your portafilter basket. Tamp with firm, level pressure — around 30 lbs. An uneven tamp causes channeling and uneven extraction.

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Pull the Shot

Target 25–30 seconds for a double shot at 9 bar. A honey-like stream building to a rich, persistent crema is the sign of a correctly dialed-in shot.

Dial In

Too fast and sour? Grind finer. Too slow and bitter? Grind coarser. Small adjustments per bag. The goal: balanced, sweet, lasting crema, no bitterness.

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James P.April 2025

★★★★★

I have tried a dozen specialty espresso blends in the last year. This is the one I keep coming back to. The crema is perfect, finish is clean, zero bitterness. Outstanding.

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Elena R.March 2025

★★★★★

My La Marzocco has never been happier. Pulls a beautiful shot every time — rich, sweet, no bitterness. The whole bean freshness makes a real difference.

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Omar S.February 2025

★★★★★

Got this for my cafe after a demo. Customers have been asking about it since day one. The consistency batch to batch is remarkable.

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Espresso Blend No. 1453

Built for the shot. Named for 1453.

Grind Fresh

Dose & Tamp

Pull the Shot

Dial In

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